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Who is Dr. Fjerstad, Foot & Ankle Surgeon in Crescent City, CA?
Dr. John Fjerstad is a Foot & Ankle Surgeon, who primarily practices in Crescent City, CA with 1 additional practice location. Dr. Fjerstad is fluent in English and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Fjerstad’s practice accepts Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Fjerstad’s office at (707) 464-3245.
What languages does Dr. Fjerstad speak?
Dr. Fjerstad and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Spanish
What conditions does Dr. Fjerstad treat?
As a Foot & Ankle Surgeon, Dr. Fjerstad diagnoses, treats, and manages a wide range of conditions. This condition information is derived from anonymized insurance claims and highlights the medical conditions most commonly treated by Dr. Fjerstad. It provides insight into the doctor’s areas of experience and expertise based on real-world patient encounters from the past two years, updated quarterly.
Also known as:
- Nail Fungus
- Tinea Infection
- Onychomycosis
- Fungal nail infection
ICD-10 Codes:
- B351: Tinea unguium
Also known as:
- Corns and Calluses
- Hard Skin
- Foot Calluses
- Thick Skin Patches
ICD-10 Codes:
- L84: Corns and callosities
Also known as:
- Ingrown Nail
- Nail Disease
- Ingrown toenail
- Onychocryptosis
ICD-10 Codes:
- L600: Ingrowing nail
Also known as:
- Metatarsalgia
- Foot Injuries and Disorder
- Pain
- Forefoot Pain
- Ball of Foot Pain
- Foot Pain
ICD-10 Codes:
- M7741: Metatarsalgia, right foot
- M7740: Metatarsalgia, unspecified foot
Also known as:
- Toe Pain
- Pain
- Toe Injuries and Disorder
- Ache in toe
- Toe discomfort
- Sore toe
ICD-10 Codes:
- M79676: Pain in unspecified toe(s)
Also known as:
- Plantar Fibromatosis
- Foot Injuries and Disorder
- Heel Injuries and Disorder
- Ledderhose disease
- Plantar fasciitis nodule
- Foot fibromatosis
ICD-10 Codes:
- M722: Plantar fascial fibromatosis
What procedures does Dr. Fjerstad perform?
As a Foot & Ankle Surgeon, Dr. Fjerstad performs a variety of medical procedures. This procedure information is derived from anonymized insurance claims and highlights the medical procedures most commonly performed by Dr. Fjerstad. It provides insight into the doctor’s areas of experience and expertise based on real-world patient encounters from the past two years, updated quarterly.
Also known as:
- Nail Trimming and Cleaning
- Nail Debridement (1-5 Nails)
- Therapeutic Nail Debridement
- Thick Nail Treatment
- Fungal Nail Care
- Thick Nail Trimming
- Fungal Nail Treatment
- Nail Cleaning Procedure
CPT Codes:
- 11721: Debridement of nail(s) by any method(s); 6 or more
- 11720: Debridement of nail(s) by any method(s); 1 to 5
Also known as:
- Removal of Corns or Calluses
- Corn or Callus Removal
- Removal of Multiple Corns or Calluses
- Removal of Precancerous Skin Lesions
- Corns and Calluses
- Skin Conditions
- Corn Excision
- Callus Trimming
- Hyperkeratotic Lesion Paring
- Corns and Calluses Treatment
- Paring of Corn
- Cutting of Callus
- Hyperkeratotic Lesion Removal
- Corn paring
- Callus debridement
- Hyperkeratotic lesion removal
- Actinic Keratosis Treatment
- Premalignant Lesion Destruction
- Skin Cancer Prevention Treatment
- Cryosurgery for Skin Lesions
CPT Codes:
- 11056: Paring or cutting of benign hyperkeratotic lesion (eg, corn or callus); 2 to 4 lesions
- 11055: Paring or cutting of benign hyperkeratotic lesion (eg, corn or callus); single lesion
- 11057: Paring or cutting of benign hyperkeratotic lesion (eg, corn or callus); more than 4 lesions
- 17000: Destruction (eg, laser surgery, electrosurgery, cryosurgery, chemosurgery, surgical curettement), premalignant lesions (eg, actinic keratoses); first lesion
- 17003: Destruction (eg, laser surgery, electrosurgery, cryosurgery, chemosurgery, surgical curettement), premalignant lesions (eg, actinic keratoses); second through 14 lesions, each (List separately in addition to code for first lesion)
Also known as:
- Wound Debridement
- Surgical Wound Cleaning
- Tissue Removal from Wound
- Dead Tissue Removal
CPT Codes:
- 11042: Debridement, subcutaneous tissue (includes epidermis and dermis, if performed); first 20 sq cm or less
Also known as:
- Ingrown Toenail Removal
- Nail Matrix Excision
- Permanent Nail Removal
- Deformed Nail Surgery
- Toenail Avulsion
CPT Codes:
- 11750: Excision of nail and nail matrix, partial or complete (eg, ingrown or deformed nail), for permanent removal;
Also known as:
- Toe Tendon Release
- Big Toe Arthritis Surgery (Hallux Rigidus)
- Percutaneous Toe Tenotomy
- Toe Tendon Cutting
- Hammer Toe Release
- Cheilectomy for hallux rigidus
- Big toe joint debridement
- First MTP joint release
CPT Codes:
- 28010: Tenotomy, percutaneous, toe; single tendon
- 28289: Hallux rigidus correction with cheilectomy, debridement and capsular release of the first metatarsophalangeal joint; without implant
Also known as:
- Injection for Tendon or Ligament Pain
- Tendon sheath injection
- Ligament injection
- Plantar fascia injection
- Soft tissue injection for pain
CPT Codes:
- 20550: Injection(s); single tendon sheath, or ligament, aponeurosis (eg, plantar "fascia")
Also known as:
- Joint or Bursa Injection/Aspiration
- Arthrocentesis
- Joint Fluid Removal
- Bursa Injection
CPT Codes:
- 20605: Arthrocentesis, aspiration and/or injection, intermediate joint or bursa (eg, temporomandibular, acromioclavicular, wrist, elbow or ankle, olecranon bursa); without ultrasound guidance
Also known as:
- Foot Nerve Injection for Pain (Morton's Neuroma)
- Morton's Neuroma Injection
- Plantar Digital Nerve Block
- Foot Nerve Steroid Injection
CPT Codes:
- 64455: Injection(s), anesthetic agent(s) and/or steroid; plantar common digital nerve(s) (eg, Morton's neuroma)
Does Dr. Fjerstad accept my insurance?
Dr. Fjerstad accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (707) 464-3245 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Fjerstad accept in Crescent City, CA?
Dr. Fjerstad in Crescent City, CA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
All Other Third Party
Blue Shield of California
Carpenters Funds Administrative Office (CA)
Crown Cork and Seal Company
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Department of Defense / Tricare
Humana
Medicare
State of Tennessee
UnitedHealthcare
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Where is Dr. Fjerstad's office located?
Dr. John Fjerstad's Primary Practice
1080 Mason Mall Ste 3
Crescent City, CA 95531
(707) 464-3245
What is Dr. Fjerstad's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Fjerstad's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1477528313.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Fjerstad?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Fjerstad
What is Dr. John Fjerstad's specialty?
Dr. Fjerstad is a Foot & Ankle Surgeon near Crescent City, CA. Podiatrist with specialization in foot and ankle surgery has expertise in diagnosing and treating conditions affecting the foot, ankle, and lower extremities. This includes both surgical and non-surgical approaches for issues like fractures, deformities, and arthritis, with a focus on improving mobility and foot health. Contact Dr. Fjerstad to book an appointment today.
Is this Dr. John Fjerstad affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
No, Fjerstad is not affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital, but is affiliated with the following hospitals: Sutter Coast Hospital, Mad River Community Hospital, Providence Saint Joseph Hospital Eureka. Castle Connolly Top Hospitals are identified through a rigorous peer nomination process, evaluating factors like patient outcomes, quality of care, and expertise. The list recognizes hospitals that excel in 20 or more specific medical procedures, representing the top 25% nationwide. Castle Connolly Top Hospitals
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Is John Fjerstad accepting new patients in Crescent City, CA?
Yes, Dr. John Fjerstad is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. John Fjerstad offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Fjerstad's office at (707) 464-3245 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with John Fjerstad?
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